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Senior Backend Engineer - PHP/Laravel

SallaMecca, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

ResponsibilitiesCraft well-designed, maintainable codeCreate comprehensive specifications for development projectsConduct troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of core software and databases to ensure optimal performanceParticipate in all stages of the development lifecycleAdhere to industry best practicesDevelop and launch new features to support related processes and toolsWrite high-quality, efficient, and readable codeConstruct reusable code and libraries for future projectsAnalyze and enhance performance metricsProvide mentorship to junior and mid-level engineersRequirements4+ years of experience in software development using PHP and Laravel, particularly with high-traffic or complex systemsStrong command of web technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), AJAX, and responsive designProven experience with third-party APIs (e.g., Google, Facebook, payment gateways)In-depth knowledge of relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and capability in writing and optimizing complex queriesFamiliarity with version control systems (Git) and Git FlowExperience in designing and developing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL servicesUnderstanding of caching, queues, and performance optimization techniquesA passion for implementing best practices (SOLID principles, design patterns) and producing clean, scalable codeExperience with unit testing, integration testing, and code reviewsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is desirableBonus: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or CI/CD pipelines

About the job

Join our dynamic merchant-focused teams at Salla as a Senior Backend Engineer specializing in PHP and Laravel. In this pivotal role, you will significantly contribute to the development and scaling of backend services that empower our merchants across various operations. Key technologies include:

  • PHP and Laravel: Our core stack
  • RESTful APIs: Building integrations and scalable architectures
  • Merchant Journeys: Focusing on orders, shipping, catalogs, and more
  • Collaborative Work: Engaging closely with product, design, and engineering teams
  • Best Practices: Clean code and performance-oriented development

About Salla

Salla is at the forefront of empowering merchants through technology, providing innovative solutions that streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment for our team members.

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